Assurance Manager

Staff Financial Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A leading public accounting firm in Milwaukee is seeking an experienced Assurance Manager. This role involves managing assurance engagements, providing financial insights, and mentoring team members. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, CPA certification, and at least 5 years of experience in public accounting. The firm offers competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of public accounting audit experience preferred.
• 2+ years of supervisory, mentoring, or team leadership experience preferred.
• CPA required.

Responsibilities

• Provide assurance and consulting services that positively impact client financial statements.
• Manage fieldwork to ensure high-quality service and timely engagement delivery.
• Support the growth and development of team members through mentoring.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership in client service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Master’s or advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Professional software tools

Job description

Assurance Manager – Milwaukee, WI

Who: An experienced assurance leader who excels at advising clients, developing staff, and driving high-quality engagement execution.

What: Manage and oversee assurance engagements, deliver industry-focused audit services, provide strategic financial insights, and mentor team members.

When: Full‑time role with ongoing leadership responsibilities and year‑round client interaction.

Where: Milwaukee, WI

Why: To join a rapidly growing public accounting environment offering career advancement, flexibility, and meaningful client and team relationships.

Office Environment: A collaborative, people‑focused culture that values autonomy, development, and work‑life balance.

Salary: Competitive compensation with benefits.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Assurance Manager to serve as a trusted advisor to middle‑market clients while leading engagement teams and contributing to the growth of the assurance practice. This role combines technical expertise, client service leadership, and staff development, offering significant opportunities for upward career trajectory within a fast‑growing firm.

What You Will Do

• Provide assurance and consulting services that positively impact client financial statements, profitability, and operations.
• Engage proactively with clients throughout the year to understand business goals and challenges.
• Implement testing procedures to assess internal control deficiencies and recommend improvements.
• Manage fieldwork to ensure high‑quality service and timely engagement delivery.
• Offer financial statement guidance and meaningful business recommendations.
• Review work thoughtfully and communicate insights to clients and firm leadership.
• Assist with engagement staffing, billing, collections, and achieving profitability targets.
• Build strong internal and external relationships using an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Invest in personal development and participate in firm‑wide learning programs.
• Support the growth and development of team members through mentoring and coaching.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s or advanced degree preferred.
• CPA required.
• 5+ years of public accounting audit experience preferred.
• 2+ years of supervisory, mentoring, or team leadership experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead engagements, deliver outstanding client service, and manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to continuous learning, ethical standards, and timely project completion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and professional software tools.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship preferred.

If you’re interested in learning more about this opportunity or would like to discuss your qualifications, please apply now.